Looking Back at World Soccer Weekly
Circa 2002 - 2006
Launched in May 2002, Soccer Weekly, Inc. was the leading producer of English language soccer related radio programming in the US. Their properties included 6 original weekly shows comprising over 12 hours per week of original programming as well as live play by play.
Content is from the site's 2002 -2006 archived pages.
The new owners of this domain wanted to retain the look of the original site as a tribute to the great service this site provided its followers. Sure do miss you.
Soccer Weekly, Inc., headed by CEO Steven Cohen and President Nick Geber, is based in Redondo Beach, Calif., and produces "World Soccer Daily" on weekdays from 10 a.m. PT - noon PT on Sirius Satellite Radio channel 125.
Nick Geber and Steven Cohen, based in Los Angeles, California, are hosts of the World Soccer Weekly radio show. The quick-witted duo educated us Yanks on the beautiful game of football every weekday, Monday through Friday,
10am PT - 12pm PT
Nick and Steven are also the hosts of the television program FOX Football Fone-In on FOX Soccer Channel, every Tuesday at 5pm PT.
If you don't have it, GET IT!
NICK & STEVEN
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From my life: My father is an avid football fan- English football that is. He faithfully listened to the Soccer Weekly radio show from its inception till is stopped. When he moved into an assisted living facility in Bel Air Maryland close by to where I live, he was concerned he wouldn't find anyone who shared his passion for the English soccer league teams. Liverpool FC England is his favorite team. They also happened to be ranked #1 in 2020, which my father always reminds me when I visit him at Hart Heritage Estates. It never ceases to amaze me that my elderly father who is in his nineties, have become computer savvy. He has his favorite websites that I have bookmarked for him so all he does is click a tab on his top nav if he wants to check out the news. Several of the aids at the nursing home are from England and also fans. I have gotten him the Hulu With Live TV, streaming service so he can actually watch English Premier League (EPL) live matches. I also paid for NBC Sports Premier League Pass, which only gives him access to about 130 live streamed games out of the typically 380 games played per season. He is trying this service out to see if it worth the extra money for the season. My father as well as I have been very happy with the Forest Hill home for seniors location. The facility is located on 6.5 acres of park-like grounds which are lovely for strolls. I have even put a pair of binoculars next to the window in my father's room so he can check out the birds and wild life that are on the property. However, during the football season I think he spends more time watching the games than looking out his window at birds! I'd like to give a shout out to Hart Heritage Estates. If you are looking for a senior living facility in the Bel Air area of Maryland, (they have 2 such residential care facilities) go to their website: HartHeritageAssistedLiving.com to learn more.
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Soccer Weekly, Inc is the EXCLUSIVE English language radio rights holder for the Barclaycard English Premier League. During the 03/04 season SWI broadcast 36 match weeks to the North American market.
Soccer Weekly, Inc. programming has the largest nationwide distribution of soccer related programming in North America. With Major markets such as New York, Southern California, Chicago, Boston, Seattle and more. see below for a list of major markets.
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This Saturday, Big Soccer Radio Weekend is LIVE from Niketown in Beverly Hills, CA!!! Tune in via the Sports Byline USA network or the Ticket1540AM in Los Angeles! Live at 7PM PT/10PM ET
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This Sunday don't miss our SPECIAL LIVE PREGAME BROADCAST for the Man U/Club America game at the LA Coliseum. We'll be broadcasting from gate 4 of the Coliseum from 2-4PM Come by and say hello and remember to listen on 1540AM The Ticket!
On Monday, July 28th we'll be broadcasting World SOccer Weekly LIVE from Nevada Smith's in New York. Come by and say hi and tune in to WSNR 620AM in New York or 1540AM The Ticket in Los Angeles!
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- EXCLUSIVE FEATURE!! John Oshea - Wunderkid!
- EXCLUSIVE!! Clint Mathis on work ethic, the Metrostars and more...
- EXCLUSIVE! WSW interviews David Moyes on McBride, Everton and being a Premiership Manager!
- EXCLUSIVE! WSW interviews Arsenal's Arsene Wenger on the double, the trophies and American sports!
- EXCLUSIVE! WSW interviews Arsenal defender Sol Campbell on coming to America !
- Kanu to the Lakers????
- Arsenal Manager Arsene Wenger on the talent in the USA
- Charlton Athletic Captain Chris Powell on the MLS and coming to America...
- EXCLUSIVE! Brian McBride on the MLS, Everton, Roonaldo and more....
- Andy Cole to the MLS?
- The Sun Moon World Peace King Cup? That's more like it!
- The Search for the Arsenal Mystery Man
- Have Leeds exported its homegrown “dirty bomb” elsewhere?
- Hear February 9th's Interview with Bruce Arena
- Racism in football? You won't believe this!
Partial Major Market Listing
Los Angeles
Phoenix
Cleveland
New York
Seattle
Portland
Boston
Minneapolis
Austin
Chicago
Omaha
Tulsa
San Diego
Las Vegas
Winston/Salem
Cincinatto
Columbus
Philadelphia
Vancouver BC
Nashville
Salt Lake City
*not all programming clears all markets
Our Broadcast Partners
Sirius Satellite Radio
Sporting News Radio
Sports Byline Radio
American Forces Radio
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
Real Media
Advertising Opportunities are available
Contact Us:
Soccer Weekly, Inc.
1874 South Pacific Coast Highway
Suite 365
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Ph: (310) 373-8372 Fax: (310) 943-32293
www.worldsoccerweekly.com
Inquiries:
nick@worldsoccerweekly.com
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The original radio hooligans, Steven Cohen (left) and Nick Geber (right) have been terroririzing the airwaves of America since 2002! Lifelong fans of the game they are responsible for bringing the passion for the world game to an American audience.
First hitting the airwaves on Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles, World Soccer Weekly has fast become the nations most talked about and respected soccer show. Featuring the biggest names in the game worldwide, World Soccer Weekly is now heard nationwide in syndication.
World Soccer Weekly can be heard every Monday night from 8PM - 11PM PT (11PM-2AM ET) throughout the year
How to Listen to World Soccer Weekly
WSNR 620AM New York
American Forces Radio
WWZN 1510AM Boston
Sports Byline Radio
TEAM 1040AM Vancouverv BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
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email: swistudios@sbcglobal.net or call in LIVE 866-925 8255Weekly
Show Archives
July 26, 2004
July 12, 2004
July 19, 2004
July 5, 2004
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BigSoccer Wednesday
Bringing their unique blend of humor and an insider's knowledge of the game, hosts Steven Cohen and Nick Geber cover the world's most popular sport every Wednesday from 1PM to 3PM ET.
For Cohen and Geber, the chance to take their show to a national audience represents the opportunity of a lifetime. "We cover soccer from the fan's perspective. We understand how much the game has changed and it's our job to give every listener a 'behind the scene' sense of those aspects of a match that have transformed soccer into a truly world-wide phenomenon. There's no other show in the US where fans can have an opportunity to talk to some of the biggest names in the game."
From Major league Soccer to the English Premier League and beyond, Big Soccer Wednesday brings you some of the biggest names in soccer from the US and Europe. So whether your team is the Chicago Fire or Arsenal, there's only one place on the dial to tune into Big Soccer Wednesday on the Sports Byline USAnetwork.
Big Soccer Wednesday can be heard every Wednesday from 10AM - 1PM PT (1PM-4PM ET) throughout the year
How to Listen to BigSoccer Wednesday
Sirius Satellite Radio
American Forces Radio
Sports Byline Radio
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
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Futbol Latin America
A first of its kind in English, Futbol Latin America brings you all the news and opinions about football South of the border. Hosted by Fox Sports International's John Laguna and K-WHY TV's Jaime Motta, Futbol Latin America keeps you in touch with some of the greatest leagues and personalities in the game - all in a language you understand!
Futbol Latin America can be heard every Wednesday at 6PM - 8PM PT (9PM -11PM ET) throughout the year.
How to Listen to Futbol Latin America
Sirius Satellite Radio
American Forces Radio
Sports Byline Radio
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
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The Treble
THE FEMALE PERSPECTIVE ON THE GAME! 3 American girls (from left to right Diana, Jennifer and Nicolle) tell you how they see the game, life and Totti!! Not only are these girls entertaining but they also posses a wealth of knowledge about the "beautiful game!!" Join Diana, Jennifer and Nicolle for two hours of unique sports entertainment! - only on the World Soccer Weekly Radio Network
he Treble can be heard every Tuesday night from 6PM - 8PM PT (9PM-11PM ET) throughout the year
The Treble
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
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WORLD SOCCER DAILY IS HERE!!
Tune in weekdays 8am - 10am PT/11am-1pm ET. Available on Sirius Satellite Radio (122), the Sports Byline Radio Network or any of our Internet Partners listed on the right
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JOIN NICK AND STEVEN ON FOX FOOTBALL FRIDAY! Nick and Steven grace the small screen every Friday from 8-9PM PT only on the Fox Soccer Channel.Call in to the show 1-866-FOX-FANS or email atfoxfootballfriday@foxsoccer.com. Don't be a numpty - tune in to Nick and Steven and make your Fridays a day to remember - TGIF!! |
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AN ENGLISHMAN IN LA? Music and football, football and music - have it any way you want but don't miss Graham Bell's "An Englishman In LA" now playing throughout the day on the World Soccer Weekly Radio Network. Got a request? Send an email to Graham! It's all about the passion for the game - so tune in today! | |
More Background on World Soccer Weekly
World Soccer Weekly has established itself as one of the most influential and long-running soccer radio programs in the United States. For nearly two decades, this show has been at the forefront of bringing international soccer coverage and analysis to American audiences. Through its engaging hosts, in-depth interviews, and passionate fan interactions, World Soccer Weekly has played a significant role in growing the popularity of soccer in the US and connecting fans to the global game.
Origins and History
World Soccer Weekly first hit the airwaves in 2002, at a time when soccer coverage in American media was still relatively limited. The show was founded by Steven Cohen and Nick Geber, two British expats living in Los Angeles who saw an opportunity to bring their passion and knowledge of international soccer to US audiences.
Cohen and Geber started out with a weekly three-hour show on Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles. Their quick wit, insider knowledge, and ability to break down the intricacies of the sport for newcomers quickly gained them a devoted following. As soccer's popularity grew in the US in the early 2000s, so did World Soccer Weekly's reach and influence.
By 2004, the show had expanded to daily broadcasts and was being syndicated nationally. It found a home on Sirius Satellite Radio, allowing it to reach listeners across the country. The show's growth mirrored the increasing interest in international soccer among American fans, particularly as coverage of European leagues became more accessible.
Show Format and Content
World Soccer Weekly's format has evolved over the years, but it has maintained a focus on comprehensive coverage of international soccer. The show typically features:
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Match analysis and recaps, particularly focusing on major European leagues like the English Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A
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Interviews with players, coaches, and other soccer personalities
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Discussion of transfer rumors and news
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Fan call-ins and interaction
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Coverage of international tournaments like the World Cup and European Championship
One of the show's strengths has been its ability to cater to both hardcore soccer fans and newcomers to the sport. Cohen and Geber have a knack for explaining tactical nuances and historical context in an accessible way, helping to educate American audiences on the finer points of the global game.
Hosts and Personalities
Steven Cohen and Nick Geber have been the heart and soul of World Soccer Weekly since its inception. Their chemistry and contrasting personalities have been a key part of the show's appeal.
Steven Cohen, known for his outspoken and sometimes controversial opinions, brings a wealth of knowledge about English football in particular. His passion for the game is evident in every broadcast, and he's not afraid to engage in heated debates with callers or guests.
Nick Geber provides a more measured counterpoint to Cohen's fiery style. His analytical approach and dry wit complement Cohen well, creating a dynamic that keeps listeners engaged.
Over the years, the show has featured a rotating cast of co-hosts, correspondents, and regular guests, bringing diverse perspectives on the game from around the world.
Cultural and Social Significance
World Soccer Weekly has played a significant role in growing soccer culture in the United States. By providing a platform for passionate discussion about international soccer, the show has helped foster a community of fans and contributed to the sport's rising popularity.
The show has served as an important bridge between American fans and the global soccer world. For many listeners, World Soccer Weekly has been their introduction to the rich history, traditions, and current events of international soccer. This has been particularly valuable in a country where soccer has historically been overshadowed by other sports.
World Soccer Weekly has also tackled important social and cultural issues related to soccer. The hosts have not shied away from discussing topics like racism in football, the economics of the sport, and the politics surrounding major tournaments. This has helped contextualize soccer within broader global issues for American audiences.
Media Coverage and Recognition
Over its long run, World Soccer Weekly has garnered significant media attention and industry recognition. The show has been featured in major publications, highlighting its influence on soccer coverage in the US.
The hosts have become recognized experts in their field, often appearing on other media outlets to provide commentary on major soccer events. Their success with World Soccer Weekly led to additional opportunities, including a television show on Fox Soccer Channel called "Fox Football Fone-In".
Audience and Reach
World Soccer Weekly's audience has grown substantially since its early days. While exact listener numbers are not publicly available, the show's longevity and expansion to daily broadcasts indicate a significant and loyal following.
The show's audience is diverse, ranging from die-hard soccer fans to casual observers looking to learn more about the sport. Its presence on satellite radio and various streaming platforms has allowed it to reach listeners across the United States and beyond.
The interactive nature of the show, with regular caller participation, has fostered a sense of community among listeners. Fans often engage in lively debates and discussions, both on-air and through social media channels associated with the show.
Impact on Soccer Journalism
World Soccer Weekly has had a lasting impact on soccer journalism in the United States. It was one of the pioneers in providing in-depth, daily coverage of international soccer at a time when such content was scarce in American media.
The show's success demonstrated that there was a significant audience for serious soccer discussion in the US, paving the way for other media outlets to expand their coverage. Many of the topics and formats introduced by World Soccer Weekly have become standard in American soccer journalism.
Challenges and Controversies
Like any long-running media program, World Soccer Weekly has faced its share of challenges and controversies. The outspoken nature of the hosts, particularly Steven Cohen, has occasionally led to backlash from fans or figures within the soccer world.
Despite such occasional controversies, the show has maintained its popularity and influence, demonstrating its resilience and the loyalty of its core audience.
Legacy and Ongoing Influence
As soccer continues to grow in popularity in the United States, World Soccer Weekly's legacy is evident in the proliferation of soccer-focused media content now available to American fans. The show helped create a template for how to discuss and analyze international soccer for a US audience.
Many of the journalists and commentators who have appeared on World Soccer Weekly over the years have gone on to prominent roles in soccer media, further extending the show's influence.
While the media landscape has changed dramatically since World Soccer Weekly's inception, with podcasts and streaming services now competing for listeners' attention, the show continues to maintain a dedicated following. Its longevity is a testament to the quality of its content and the enduring appeal of its format.
In conclusion, World Soccer Weekly has been more than just a radio show; it has been a cultural touchstone for soccer fans in the United States. By bringing the passion, drama, and global significance of soccer to American airwaves, it has played a crucial role in cultivating a knowledgeable and engaged soccer fan base in the country. As the beautiful game continues to grow in popularity in the US, the influence of pioneering programs like World Soccer Weekly will undoubtedly be felt for years to come.